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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1898
Page
5
A miscellany of quotations and notes from the Ames Intelligencer and Brooklyn Eagle includes finger nail biting habits, debates on the magic number with references to nine seven five and one, and a list of Korea’s seven wonders with curious claims sourced to newspapers.
In Boston summer 1893 the San Francisco naval training cruise saw sailmaker's mate Alexander Parker habitually drunk. A boatswain's mate ordered sailors to surrender whisky to Parker, who collected flasks in his sailroom. Found asleep among bottles, Parker faced the captain who sent him forward with no further words.
A Civil War anecdote from Georgetown tells of a young debutante from a wealthy family who visited Confederate prisoners in Washington with a basket of goods. A Louisiana lieutenant asked for a clean shirt, and the lady later married him after the war.
The Savannah News notes corn bread as the wholesome staple for turpentine workers in Georgia. It says these laborers survive on cornmeal bacon and molasses weekly, remaining strong, healthy, and cheerful through cutting, chipping boxes, and dipping turpentine.
A light remark from a Washington newspaper quotes a young wife telling her mother she is nearly ready to please the hired girl with her housekeeping. The exchange highlights domestic life and household labor in the era.
The account describes how Jean Richepin moved from precarious work such as bootblack and porter in Marseilles to a literary career. A chance trunk- carrying task at the station prompted recognition among old colleagues, leading him to a poor room life. He then pursued writing, and publication transformed his path, after which he never looked back.
A widow in a suburb endures a jealous plan by a veteran who barred her remarriage to keep her property. She recalls gifts and kindness from a soldier she spurned and laments the deception behind his claim she should remain alone.
A New York Ledger piece notes ekeepers and dentists debate which potato is best for boiling. It claims a good potato cracks when boiled due to albumen content, with potatoes about one fiftieth of its weight in organic matter and two thirds starch.
In a Cleveland Leader humorous fragment Mrs. Parkenham asks a waiter if he understands English. The waiter replies he talks it well though born and raised in Indiana, leaving her with no appetite for the moment.
A Kansas farmer Charles Carter died after 58 hours trapped when a well caved in with quicksand. Rescue attempts failed as sand held firm, a parallel well and tunnel proved useless, and the body could not be retrieved. The burial was decided in place, with religious services held before sealing the well. Also cited are reflections on St Norah and kitchen instruction from a London Punch piece.
A Detroit Free Press description portrays Plains Indians as visually striking figures with grotesque carvings and painted wood. It highlights his saddle, goods, and clothing made from cast off white garments, hair in Gertrude braids, large earrings, and a mosquito net or handkerchief as headwear.
The London Chronicle recalls Dr Antomarchi who cared for Napoleon I on St Helena is buried in Santiago de Cuba. His brother lived there and Antomarchi later practiced gratis as an oculist among the poor. A public monument was erected after his death in 1825.
An Indianapolis Journal excerpt recalls Adam and Eve in twilight light and youth restoring, while Dumas the elder muses over a friend’s Legion of Honor. He jokes the award went to him because he lacked it, a sharp quip on recognition and merit.
A Detroit Journal note quotes a burglar explaining the term jimmy, admitting familiarity with the tool after being asked why it is called a jimmy. The lay figure asks about the name and the burglar reflects on his experience and regret.
A neglected unmarked grave site near Saltillo Mexico marks the resting place of 6 000 American volunteers led by General Zachary Taylor who defeated 20 000 Mexican troops under Santa Anna in the Buena Vista battle.
A French actress touring the country used a life sized lay figure in a play. In Marseilles railway staff left the figure in a cashier desk, and night workers found a man at the cash box. A constable arrived with a revolver and surrounded the door awaiting orders.
The article explains laughter arises from perceiving degradation in someone respected, such as a dignitary’s infirmities or a solemn moment made trivial. It notes humor comes when a respected person or interest is shown in a mean light, not from stronger emotions.
Sir William Harcourt recalls visiting Hughenden Manor where Lord Beaconsfield jokes about church collection terms. The tale reflects high church tensions as they walk to the village church and discuss how the vicar handles offertory and alms in old days.
A courtroom exchange features defense counsel appealing for clemency to return the accused to his home and family while the judge notes the defendant is unmarried, prompting a pointed retort about lacking a wife and children. The dialog reflects the humorous or ironic tone quoted from Fliegende Blatter.
The average attendance at places of worship in England and Wales is computed to be between 10,000,000 and 11,000,000 persons. There is a place of worship for every 500 individuals, and a stated minister for every 700. About 80,000 sermons are preached every Sunday.
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